Registered Nurse ICU

Prime Healthcare; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare seeks an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for night shifts at Dallas Medical Center in Farmers Branch, TX. This per diem role offers 12-hour nights and a high-acuity environment.

The ICU RN will monitor critically ill patients, administer treatments, and collaborate with the medical team while ensuring safety and infection control. State RN licensure and BLS/ACLS are required, with CCSRN and BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Basic Arrhythmia interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• CCRN certification preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients, with detailed assessments and care plans.
• Use ICU equipment (cardiac monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps) to monitor and treat patients.
• Administer medicines and IV fluids with precise dosing and timing.
• Manage life-support devices and support families with education and communication.
• Document care and maintain infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

Basic arrhythmia interpretation

CCRN (preferred)

BSN (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - preferred

CCRN certification - preferred

Critical Care Course - preferred

Job description

Overview

Department: Intensive Care Unit

Employment Type:Per Diem / PRN

Shifts Available:Nights

Hours:12-hour shifts -7:00pm to 7:00am

Location:Dallas Medical Center - Farmers Branch, Texas

We are seeking an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse, also referred to as an ICU RN, Intensive Care Nurse or Intensive Care Unit RN. The Intensive Care RN (ICU RN) will be responsible for providing intensive care to patients with life-threatening conditions. The ICU RN will have advanced skills in critical care settings, make quick decisions, and will be compassionate to all patients. An ICU RN monitors vital signs, blood oxygen levels, administer IV Fluids, and communicates effectively to the medical team to modify care plans accordingly.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients by performing detailed assessments, developing care plans, and implementing complex nursing interventions

• Use advanced equipment like cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and capnography devices to continuously track vital signs and physiological parameters

• Safely administer medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products with precise dosing and timing, closely monitoring patient responses to ensure effectiveness and prevent adverse reactions

• Manage life-support devices such as ventilators, dialysis machines, and cardiac monitors

• Provide emotional support and education to patients' families, acting as a liaison to ensure they understand the care being provided

• Document all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity and compliance while rigorously maintaining infection control and safety protocols to protect vulnerable patients

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred
• Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf